Review of Dial M for Murder (1954) by Kaity J — 19 Nov 2008

Good, very enjoyable...classic Hitchcock elements that made it exciting to watch. Very suspenseful.

This review of Dial M for Murder (1954) was written by Kaity J on 19 Nov 2008.

Dial M for Murder has generally received very positive reviews.

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